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Podcast

New Episode: Jennifer Pritzker

General Joseph Votel speaks with BENS member Jennifer Pritzker, philanthropist and retired Illinois Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel. Listen for insights on military affairs, advocacy, and more. 

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BENS Chairman Mark Gerencser

BENS Policy/Projects

Our Work

BENS builds teams of members with the skills and expertise needed to meet our government partners' objectives and deliver results.

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Energy Council info series

Energy Council

New Info Series on Emerging Power-generation Techs

The latest iteration of Energy Council information sheets touches on some of the more nuanced, often less discussed, challenges posed by decarbonizing the economy while continuing to maintain U.S. energy security.

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How We Work

We work to deliver results through varied methods, including round table discussions, red teaming, and focused working groups.

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21st Century Workforce

Recruiting and retaining a competitive and representative workforce.

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National Security Enterprise Management

Building a modern and efficient national security infrastructure.

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Maintaining a Competitive Edge

Harnessing commercial technology and public-private engagement in the national interest.

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5G GUIDE TO SECURE ADOPTION BY BUSINESS

Technology & Innovation Council envisions a culture of security mindedness toward 5G rollout.

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BENS Leadership Report |
Fall 2020

A compendium of experiences and impact BENS members made in 2020.

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TALENT MANAGEMENT |
A STRATEGY FOR GREAT POWER COMPETITION

This guide provides best practices to recruit, develop, and retain top talent.

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Energy Grid Resilience Report

Four state-level approaches for grid resiliency that would lead to a more resilient national grid if applied across the country.

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BENS COMPETITIVENESS COUNCIL RELEASES PRIMER
FOR BUSINESSES ON GREAT POWER COMPETITION

The Competitiveness Council of Business Executives for National Security (BENS) has published a primer outlining how business leaders can advance U.S. economic and security interests, while taking measures to bolster their own supply chains, shore-up investments, and safeguard their companies.

China and the Great Power Competition: How to Secure Your Business and Our Nation is intended to help American executives ensure a level playing field as their companies compete internationally—and as the United States works to outpace China in the global contest for geopolitical influence and economic might.

In today’s era of Great Power Competition, private enterprise is inextricably linked to national security and resiliency. Businesses have increasingly become the targets of cyber-attacks, IP theft, and unfair practices making it more difficult for American firms to compete. 

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A unique nonpartisan nonprofit comprised of senior business and industry executives who apply best business practices to address the nation’s pressing security challenges.

2021 Leadership Report

2021 LEADERSHIP REPORT NOW AVAILABLE

The 2021 Leadership Report captures the highlights of our BENS activities over the last year. Given the extraordinary environment in which we are operating — I hope that you will be as pleased and impressed with our work as I am. We have a lot more to do and I look forward to a running start for 2022. Thanks for your continued support to BENS and your unwavering commitment to keeping our Nation safe and secure. 
—General Joseph L. Votel, USA (Ret.)
President and CEO

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